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Charlotte Woodward Organ Transplant Discrimination Prevention Act

Introduced
May 15, 2025
Cosponsors
21
Traction
0
Last Action
Jun 22, 2026

Bill Summary

Prohibits health insurance companies from discriminating against people who need organ transplants, and requires them to cover certain transplant-related services. Bans denying transplants based on an individual's disability status.

Sponsored By

Ashley Moody
Republican · Florida · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. May 15, 2025
  4. Jun 22, 2026You Are Here

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects people with disabilities who need organ transplants, by preventing insurance companies from denying them coverage. It also impacts individuals who rely on organ transplants for life-saving treatment, by ensuring they have access to necessary medical services.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
20backers
  • Democratic12
  • Republican8
Cross-party cosponsors12 · 63%

Documents

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Cosponsors (21)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary TopicHealth
CommitteeSenate Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedMay 15, 2025
Last UpdatedJun 22, 2026
Latest ActionPlaced on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 441.
Subjects
  • Health

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.